Garden Tips

June Flower of the Month – Rose

What’s in a Name: some say the genus name of Rosa is derived from the Celtic rhos or rhod (meaning red) others from a Roman beauty named Rhodanthe History: The most popular story of the rose’s origin centers around a beautiful Roman woman named Rhodanthe, who traveled... Read more

Pansies

Pansies are a traditional favorite, beloved for their pretty blooms that brighten cool-weather landscapes. They also work well in window boxes and containers, where you can appreciate the pretty blossoms up close. For best growth and flowers, plant in moist, fertile,... Read more

Planting Garlic in Early Spring

Why plant garlic? It’s the world of flavors that await in every bulb, of course! Cooked garlic offers several dimensions that come alive depending on how you prepare it, (of course it belongs in so many Italian dishes!) and so many varieties are available in the... Read more

May’s Flower of the Month is Lily of the Valley

What’s in a Name: Christians associated Lily of The Valley with the tears of Mary in the valley of the cross, as reflected in both its genus and most popular common name. The genus name of Convallaria comes from the Latin convallis, meaning valley. Other common names... Read more

Veggie Planting Guides and Tips

Each person has to decide at what point their garden is ready for certain types of herb and vegetable plants. Creating a planting calendar will help you plan correctly from seed to harvest. Perennial herbs can be planted just about anytime it starts o get warm, but... Read more

Forsooth, Forsythia!

This shrub offers a spectacular yellow spectacle so very early in spring you’ll wish you had one (or two) to chase drab winter’s hues away! The blooms of forsythia bush offer bright yellow flowers on long, arching branches for a cheery splash of early... Read more